For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,096 students in 21074, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 21074, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21074, MD are Hampstead Elementary School, Spring Garden Elementary School and Shiloh Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21074 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21074, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21074, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hampstead Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3737 Shiloh Road
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3420
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3420
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Spring Garden Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Boxwood Drive
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3433
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3433
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Shiloh Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3675 Willow Street
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 386-4570
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 386-4570
Gr: 6-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
North Carroll Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2401 Hanover Pike
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3440
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3440
Gr: 6-8 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21074, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21074, MD include Hampstead Elementary School, Spring Garden Elementary School and Shiloh Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21074?
4 public schools are located in 21074.
What percentage of students in 21074 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 21074 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21074?
21074 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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